University Housing has created specific activities and services that support students in their first year of college. The designs of Chaffee, Towers, Morrison, and Driscoll halls are conducive to promoting community, involvement, and friendships.

The residence hall staff focuses on actvities that reinforce student involvement, academic success, and community building.

Boise State research tells us that first year residents have 8% higher GPAs and 19% more return for second year when compared to the overall first year class.

National research indicates that students who live on campus will be more successful academically and have a richer, happier college experience.

Experience...

Connections and Campus Involvement
• Live-in student and professional staff are readily available
• Socials, barbecues, and movies are frequently planned
• Floor communities form intramural sports teams
• Access to student clubs and organizations – Boise State has over 200 choices!

Academic Success and Support
• Quiet hours for sleep and study are established and enforced
• 5 Residential Colleges with live-in faculty
• 3 Living-learning communities with faculty coordinators

Personal Growth/ Leadership Opportunities
• Residence hall government
• “Global Village” theme floor – live and learn with international students
• Rewarding jobs in University Housing: e.g., Resident Assistant

Time, Value, Convenience
• No commute! All campus resources are within walking distance
• Value for money

Safety and Security
• On-site professional staff, 24/7 campus security
• Doors locked 24 hours

Health and Wellness
• Easy access to campus health, wellness and counseling services
• Meal plans offer nutritious, balanced, plentiful choices
• Nutritionist available to assist with special dietary needs

Friendships
• Matching with compatible roommates; staff available to help with relationship-building